SIZE: Small, Medium, Large Dog sizes: S (M, L) Circumference 8 (13, 18) inches [20.5 (33, 45.5) cm] at neck; 26 (26, 52) inches [(66, 132) cm] at lower edge Length 3¼ (4¼, 7¼) inches [8.5 (11, 18.5) cm] Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.
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Martha Stewart 'Coming Home' Pooch Poncho
Lion Brand® Homespun®
GAUGE:
11 sts + 18 rows = 4 inches [10 cm] in Stockinette st (k on RS, p on WS).
12 sts + 16 rows = 4 inches [10 cm] in Mock Granny st.
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you fewer stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
STITCH EXPLANATION:
(K 1, p 1) in yo Knit into yo from previous row, but do not drop yo from needle. Bring yarn to front and p into same yo. Drop yo from needle.
PATTERN STITCHES
Scalloped Edge Pattern (multiple of 18 sts) Row 1 (WS) Knit. Row 2 Knit. Row 3 Purl. Row 4 *[K2tog] 3 times, [yo, k 1] 6 times, [k2tog] 3 times; repeat from *. Repeat Rows 1-4 for Scalloped Edge pattern.
Mock Granny Stitch Pattern (multiple of 4 sts + 2) Row 1 (WS) K2tog, k to last 2 sts, k2tog – 2 sts decreased. Row 2 Repeat Row 1 – 2 sts decreased. Row 3 P 1, *p2tog, yo, p2tog; repeat from * to last st, p 1 – 1 st decreased in each repeat. Row 4 K 1, *k 1, (k 1, p 1) in yo, k 1; repeat from * to last st, k 1 – 1 st increased in each repeat. Repeat Rows 1-4 for Mock Granny Stitch pattern.
NOTES:
: Poncho is made in 4 sections which are then sewn together.
PONCHO SECTION – Make 4
Cast on 18 (18, 36) sts. Work Rows 1-4 of Scalloped Edge Pattern 2 times. Begin Mock Granny Stitch Pattern, decreasing an additional 8 (0, 2) sts evenly across first row – 8 (16, 32) sts. Continue in pattern until 6 (10, 14) sts remain. Knit 1 row. Place sts on holder for neck.
FINISHING
Sew 4 sections together from cast on edge to neck, leaving 1 of the 4 seams open. Slip all 24 (40, 56) neck sts onto needle and knit 3 (5, 5) rows. Bind off all sts as if to knit. Sew remaining seam. Weave in ends.
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Martha Stewart 'Coming Home' Pooch Poncho Reviewed by EDILTRUDIS ROMERO on 2009-12-02
just love it,i had made 10 to give away to my friends for their fur babies.
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PONCHO SECTION – Make 4
